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Time to give your chickens the clean home they deserve! Check out our latest blog post on How to Clean Your Chicken Coop. 🧼 From essential supplies to step-by-step instructions, we’ve got everything you need to keep your flock healthy and happy. 🐓✨
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Supplies You’ll Need:
- Shop-Vac: Ideal for removing both wet and dry debris.
- High-Pressure Spray Nozzle: Great for cleaning off stubborn dirt and manure.
- Dust Mask: Protects you from inhaling harmful dust and ammonia.
- Vinegar: A natural disinfectant that’s safe around animals.
- Pine Shavings: Fresh bedding for a comfortable coop.
- Nesting Box Pads: Keeps nesting areas clean and comfortable.
- Diatomaceous Earth: Safely eliminates pests.
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Cleaning Steps:
- Scrape Off Manure: Start by removing manure from roosting bars, nesting boxes, and walls.
- Remove Old Bedding: Shovel and sweep out all bedding material.
- Vacuum Remaining Debris: Use a shop vac to clean up remaining particles.
- Blow Out Dust: Switch to the blower function to remove dust from walls and corners.
- Spray Down Surfaces: Use a high-pressure spray nozzle to clean the coop thoroughly.
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Disinfecting:
- Mix equal parts water and vinegar and spray it on all surfaces.
- Rinse with water and let the coop air dry or use a leaf blower for faster drying.
- For more serious disinfection, use a mild bleach solution.
Final Steps:
- Add fresh pine shavings and nesting box pads.
- Sprinkle diatomaceous earth to control pests.
Maintenance Tips:
- Regularly clean feeders and waterers.
- Keep an eye on bedding and nesting material, replacing as needed.
By maintaining a clean coop, you ensure a healthy and happy flock. Happy cleaning!
